Pick through and wash beans. Bring to a boil 4 1/2 cups of water, and add beans. Dice carrots, garlic, and peppers, and add. Puree tomatoes and add. Add lemon juice. Reduce to simmer, and add spices, and 1/4 cup olive oil. Cover, and cook 20 minutes.
Add rice, and additional water if necessary. Cook another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Some obvious items could be added, such as leeks, green peppers, onions, and so on.